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Est.

2006

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Heppner Economic Development Corp, doing business as Willow Cr Valley Economic Dev Group, is a 501(c)(3) organization focused on fostering economic growth in its community. With a total of $1 million in grants paid to five selected grantees in 2025, this funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

ENCOURAGE & SUPPORT THE RETENTION AND EXPANSION OF EXISTING BUSINESSES IN THE HEPPNER, LEXINGTON AND IONE, OREGON AREAS AND TO SUPPORT ECONOMIC GROWTH IN THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES. PROMOTE WORKFORCE HOUSING AS A TOOL FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT THROUGH HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES AND DIRECT RENTAL HOUSING DEVELOPMENT.
Total Funding Given
$1M
2025
Grantees funded
5
Multi-year grantees
80%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
30
Median 1st year grant
$12.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$15.1K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
M
Marcia Kemp
Board Member
J
Jeff Bailey
Board Member
A
Amy Wolters
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HEPPNER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP DBA WILLOW CR VALLEY ECONOMIC DEV GROUP?
No. HEPPNER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP DBA WILLOW CR VALLEY ECONOMIC DEV GROUP does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HEPPNER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP DBA WILLOW CR VALLEY ECONOMIC DEV GROUP give?
HEPPNER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP DBA WILLOW CR VALLEY ECONOMIC DEV GROUP primarily gives to organizations located in Oregon, Washington, and Illinois. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are HEPPNER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP DBA WILLOW CR VALLEY ECONOMIC DEV GROUP’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HEPPNER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP DBA WILLOW CR VALLEY ECONOMIC DEV GROUP fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HEPPNER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP DBA WILLOW CR VALLEY ECONOMIC DEV GROUP make each year?
In 2025, HEPPNER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP DBA WILLOW CR VALLEY ECONOMIC DEV GROUP awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HEPPNER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP DBA WILLOW CR VALLEY ECONOMIC DEV GROUP fund recently?
In 2025, HEPPNER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP DBA WILLOW CR VALLEY ECONOMIC DEV GROUP awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include HEPPNER COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, Heppner Day Care Inc, and WILLOW CREEK COUNTRY CLUB. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HEPPNER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP DBA WILLOW CR VALLEY ECONOMIC DEV GROUP?
HEPPNER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP DBA WILLOW CR VALLEY ECONOMIC DEV GROUP does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.